Howard County joins Big Spring TIRZ, names commissioner representative with one abstention

Apr 13, 2026

Commissioners approved an interlocal to participate in Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2 with the City of Big Spring (county portion 20% of increment through 12/31/2031, capped at $356,899.60) and appointed Commissioner Ray as the county representative; Commissioner Ray abstained from the appointment vote.

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Howard County Commissioners voted April 13 to participate in a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) with the City of Big Spring, approving an interlocal agreement that directs 20% of county tax increment to the TIRZ fund through Dec. 31, 2031, with the last payment collectible through 2032 and the county cap set at $356,899.60.

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